Atletico Madrid
LFC Globe’s Atletico Madrid article archive brings together related Liverpool coverage. Earlier reporting appears alongside newer stories; check publication dates for context.
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The best photos as super-sub Mane gives Liverpool 1-0 win over Norwich
The best photos from Carrow Road as Liverpool continued their staggering Premier League run with a 1-0 win over Norwich City. Jurgen Klopp’s side went 25 points clear at the top of the Premier League table as Sadio Mane scored a late goal to give the Reds a 1-0 victory at Norwich on Saturday evening.…
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Sadio Mane ruled out of West Ham and Saints clash due to “small muscle tear”
Sadio Mane is set for a short spell on the sidelines due to a muscle injury, according to Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. The Reds forward picked up a suspected hamstring injury in the first half of Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Wolves last week. Speaking at his pre-West Ham press conference, Klopp confirmed Mane is set…
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Liverpool drawn to face Atletico Madrid in last 16 of Champions League
Liverpool have been drawn against Atletico in the last 16 of the Champions League after Monday’s draw at UEFA’s headquarters in Nyon. The Reds progressed for the knockout stages of Europe’s elite club competition having finished top of Group E ahead of Napoli, RB Salzburg and Genk. Jurgen Klopp’s side sealed qualification on match-day six…
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Virgil van Dijk pipped to Ballon d’Or 2019 prize by Lionel Messi
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk finished second as Lionel Messi picked up the 2019 Ballon d’Or award on Monday night. The Reds imperious centre-back was the bookies’ favourite alongside five-time winner Messi to pick up the award in the ceremony in Paris. After a stunning campaign with Liverpool that saw van Dijk lift the Champions…
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UEFA reveal ticket allocation for Champions League final – including £410 restricted view tickets
UEFA have confirmed they will give Liverpool FC an allocation of 16,613 tickets for this year’s Champions League final in Madrid. The Reds reached the final for the second year running after beating Barcelona 4-3 on aggregate on Tuesday evening. Jurgen Klopp’s side will be looking to make amends for last year’s heart-break in Kiev…
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Revealed: How Liverpool’s astute defence ranks amongst Europe’s best clubs
Liverpool officially have the best defence in Europe’s top leagues so far this season after this weekend’s clean-sheet against Chelsea. Liverpool’s attack attracted the most attention during a stunning campaign last year that saw them reach the Champions League final in spectacular fashion. However, the Reds have adopted a more pragmatic style this season, with…
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Liverpool centre-back Dejan Lovren linked with surprise summer move abroad
Liverpool centre-back Dejan Lovren has been linked with a move away from Anfield, with three Italian sides thought to be interested. Lovren has struggled with several injuries this year, meaning he has made a mere 13 appearances in all competitions for the Reds this year. Joe Gomez partnered Virgil van Dijk during the first half…
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Liverpool to face Bayern Munich in last 16 of Champions League
Liverpool have been drawn against Bayern Munich in the last 16 of the Champions League after today’s draw at UEFA’s headquarters in Nyon. The Reds progressed for the knockout stages of Europe’s elite club competition, finishing second in Group C, consisting of winners Paris Saint-Germain, Napoli and Red Star Belgrade. Jurgen Klopp’s side dispatched PSG…
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4-3-3 vs 4-2-3-1: An in-depth look at Liverpool’s tactical set-up this season
Every football team has it’s vital organs – the spine, the heart, the lungs, the brain. The sum of its parts become the driving force behind its level of on-field success. This article is provided by the newly-launched website The Tactical Times. You can follow them here. To continue with the human anatomy metaphor; these…
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Leaks confirm Liverpool could be part of a new European Super League
Liverpool are one of 10 other clubs to be in discussion over a new European Super League that will begin in 2021. According to Football Leaks’ latest scoop, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United have been involved in ‘secret’ meetings for a newly-proposed super league. The five big teams from England will join…
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